along with
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In association with, as in For his second birthday we sent him a fireman's hat, along with some books , or The audience was invited to sing along with the star . [Early 1700s]
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In conjunction with, as in Along with what I told you before, that's the whole story of what happened . [Early 1800s] For a synonym, see together with ; also see go along , def. 2 and 3.
Example Sentences
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Chris Sutton: I am not sure Ecuador will score enough goals with 36-year-old Enner Valencia leading their line but they are one of my picks, along with Japan.
From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026
Platner is expected to defeat Maine's Democratic Governor Janet Mills, who remains on the ballot despite suspending her campaign, along with lesser-known candidate David Costello.
From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026
But USAID’s disease surveillance system was largely shut down along with the organization.
From Slate • Jun. 9, 2026
What’s more, the high cost of oil, along with the residual effects of the Trump tariffs last year, is nudging up the prices of other goods and services.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026
Outside, as I’m dropping off the food, the grandparents’ jokes and laughter rise, along with grumbling about medical dietary recommendations.
From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith
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